Hey people, I know I haven't updated recently and I'm sorry but..as I've said before I have really good excuses...and I made this chapter extra long, cause I won't be updating for at least a month..(exams) SORRY!!!! U guys know I love you! Chikara, I just once again wanted to say thanks, for everything.
To: babegalanime, Amanda, Sirius rox my sox, Marronett, Taylor9.0, Edens-MoonlightAngel, LilAngel123, Sere Emberwave, Mysterious Writah, SilentStar-009, Becx, SilverMo, xmizzscarlet, Meghan McLaws, koldy, hopester002: Once again guys, I wanted to thankyou all for your reviews, believe if it wasn't for your kind words this chapter wouldn't be out yet. Hey, quite a few of you commented on Endy, don't be too harsh on him people...hehe. Love you all, MWA!
To serenity871: No Luna isn't a vampire, of that I assure you, but you are on the right track. Thanks for your review!
To Sailor-Nekawaii: No serenity dosen't know about her fathers sins, so yeah she still thinks he was great. Thanks heaps for reviewing!
To fioremaryssa: I'm really sorry to hear that, I'm sure it would have been a very unpleasant experience for your brother. However I cannot change the plot, and if I had known about your story earlier I may have, (if I change it now I'll loose the ending.) I'm glad your enjoying the story, and I love you too!!
To Eo: Dude, I'm seriously impressed that was the longest review that you have ever given me since like the first chapter, a new record eh? Always love hearing from you.
To Lady of Enchantment: Don't worry Endymion will suffer for his actions, but arrogance is one of his features, he's as stubborn as Serenity and that's what makes them work so well. (its also what makes them want to kill each other, but hey lets not go there.) You've been there from the beginning, and I just wanted to thank you for that. I really do appreciate it.
To Princess of the Saiyans 16: Hey, I'm sure if you put your mind to it, you'll write far better than I do, when I was younger people always told me that I didn't have very good writing abilities, its not something I got naturally, I really did have to work for it. You can see the difference if you ever read the last galaxy knight. SO stick with it and don't give up, I have complete faith in you. And I'm afraid I can't tell you if Luna is Serenity's mother, but don't worry all will be revealed soon.
To Silverwolfe2105: I know, I didn't have time to go into what Damien was feeling much in this chapter, but yeah, it was a hard choice for him, but that doesn't make it easier for Serenity. Don't worry the Queen is going to get what's coming to her, and it'll be slow and painful..justice will be served. I think it's gorgeous what you suggested in order to keep this story going, and just for you I might actually try and stretch it out for another chapter or so, but Diamond can't have a fling with Serenity, for the simple reason that if Serenity ever saw Diamond she would kill him, (she'd recognise his eyes) She's not very good at controlling her temper you see. The thing is Serenity is in love with Endymion and at the moment she has to much pride to admit that..(as those Endymion) The answer to your question about endymion, well he can't do that, because if he simply got down and begged it would go against every grain in his being. Its just not him. But don't worry he might change..maybe. hehe. Thanks heaps!
To Deadly Diva: You are right my dear, I don't think it occurred to me that Serenity is still of royal blood, I'll go back and change that soon. Thanks for picking it up, As to what happens to Damien, well I'm afraid you'll have to keep waiting, cause I ran out of time, in this chapter, but don't worry he won't get off scott free, not where Serenity is concerned anyway. Yeah, Endy and Damien are starting to really bond, but as to your other question: will Endymion find Serenity? You know I can't answer that, but this chapter will basically answer that question. Don't worry, Jadeite's brother isn't part of Endymion's immediate family, I think we'd all go into overload if that happened. I want it to become and epic, and the ending (I can't wait to see your reaction to it) might make it one, (hopefully) Once again, thanks heaps, you've been there always Deadly Diva, I just hope you know how much your support means to me.
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Fate is a fickle mistress my child, remember if you abandon something to its hands there is no grantee of its return.
From the diary of King Aura II
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Jadeite stared at the oak door, as a deep sigh escaped his lips. He did not want to turn the knob and enter, for he did not know what he would do if he faced the man that waited inside. He closed his eyes trying to regain his composure, before he boldly turned the metal handle and entered the room. The earthen colours of the room calmed his nerves slightly, but not enough to stop his heart pounding against his chest. He stared at Endymion's back with narrowed eyes, the man looked pitiful. Bottles of empty brandy lined the walls and dust had accumulated on the mahogany oak furniture. Endymion's hair had grown slightly and was quite obviously un-kept, his clothes were wrinkled terribly and his characteristic rigid posture had been replaced by a hunching of the shoulders.
"Any news?" Jadeite raised an eyebrow in surprise, although his appearance lacked any form of formality, Endymion's voice still held the commanding nature of the aristocracy.
"No." Endymion turned slowly, and leaned on the marble balcony railing. Stubble had formed on his defined jaw, although his eyes had lost some of their spark they still glowed with intelligence and fire. He nodded slowly in response to Jadeite's cold tone. Even such a simple gesture was drowned in melancholy.
"There is something I must tell you." Jadeite raised an eyebrow instantaneously. Endymion's words had awakened Jadeite's defensive instincts and his first coherent thought was one that questioned Endymion's motives. Yet curiosity was also burning through Jadeite's veins, intermingled with a sprinkle of hope. However he kept his face expressionless and took extra precautions to ensure that Endymion could not be privy to his thoughts.
"And what if I do not care to hear it." Jadeite uttered the words coldly, yet he knew that Endymion could see through his supposedly uncaring façade. Endymion chuckled in response, his expression changed from one of vulnerability to a sinister confidence.
"So you do not want to know the true fate of your brother?" Endymion's words caused Jadeite's heart to cease its functions for a moment. His shock also prevented him from preventing his mouth falling slightly open. Yet the shock was soon replaced by relief and then was quickly followed by a hot burst of anger. Endymion's words implied that he had been lied to, and Jadeite did not appreciate being deceived. His hands clenched into fists as he tried to prevent himself from attacking the arrogant figure standing before him.
"You have my attention, Endymion."
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I let my hand wonder over my curved stomach as I stared out into the never-ending forest. The smell of damp soil tantalized my senses while the various shades of green seemed to have been reborn because of the rain. I slowly closed my eyes and allowed the tight telepathic walls around my mind to crumble slightly. It had been eight and a half months since I had left the palace, the Knights had called out to me non-stop, their cries were too heart wrenching for me to bear so I blocked their thoughts from my mind. Yet on occasions such as this I would loosen the chains on my mind and eavesdrop on the telepathic conversations, to ensure they were all all right.
"Are you sure everything is in order for two days hence." Zoicite's voice was only too clear in my mind, my heart started to beat rapidly against my chest from worry due to the anxiousness present in his voice. Yet my fears were relinquished at the sound of Malachite's deep chuckle.
"Zoicite you really worry too much, nothing shall go wrong on your wedding day." A smile played itself across my lips, so Zoicite and Amy were finally going to wed. I was too overjoyed to pay heed to a sharp pain that passed through my abdomen.
"I just wish-" I blocked my mind off from their thoughts before I could hear the rest of the conversation. A part of me desperately wanted to go back, to beg for forgiveness for all the pain I had caused them. Then I would remember the deceit and betrayal. Endymion had not once called out to me, and every night that I had laid awake expecting something for him I was sorely disappointed. Yet that was a product of my foolishness, for how could I have feelings for a man that clearly felt nothing but disdain towards me.
The pain raced through my body once again, only this time it was far more pronounced, my eyes widened as I called out for Luna. She raced towards me, her face flushed. She was clearly out of breath.
"I think the baby's coming." A look of fear shot through Luna's eyes at my words. Neither of us knew what to expect during the delivery of this baby, I hadn't used my powers for months and quite frequently I could feel its electricity dancing on my fingertips, pleading for release. I did not know if I could prevent my powers from unleashing themselves when under the strain of labour, yet of one thing I was certain. I would not allow any harm to reach my child, even if that meant the Knights discovering my location.
I'm sure many of you heard mothers referring to giving birth to a child as a miracle. I can quite easily say that nothing is further from the truth, after 16 hours of pure unsolicited pain the notion of a miracle fades quite rapidly. Surprisingly my labour was no different to that of any other women. It seemed even my inner powers were refusing to face the burden of childbirth, although as the child was born a strong power emitted from him, he had obviously inherited the magical abilities of his parents. In a strange way it was all worth it, the pain, the worry and even the loss when I heard his first cries of life. Luna gently cradled him in her arms and started making baby noises for his amusement. I smiled wearily as I extended my arms to hold him.
The moment she placed him in my arms I knew that I would give my life for his little being. I stared at his closed eyes and played with his raven locks. When he opened his eyes, a feeling of pure anguish consumed me, one that no words could ever describe. His eyes were that of deep sapphire, only then did the other similarities dawn on me, the white skin, the midnight black hair. He was the image of his father. A single tear cursed down my cheek as I once again cursed myself for ever loving that man.
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Ami sighed as she stared at herself in the mirror, the dress was outstanding there was no mistake about that. It was made of soft shell white silk that draped across her body hugging her curves. Long white gloves adorned her fingers, the dress and gloves were embroidered with translucent blue beads. The silk dress itself was strapless, but delicate soft lace made up two straps that curved around her neck and zigzagged down her back. A glass tiara sat on her cobalt hair, it had been made by hand and thus bubbles could be seen within its magnificent swirls. It truly resembled a crown of ice. A soft knock resonated from her door, and Amy answered that they could come in.
"You look stunning." Mina's voice rang out as she gave her best friend a hug, Amy attempted to smile but could not prevent another sigh from escaping her lips. Mina shook her head a stern look on her face. "Don't you dare."
"It doesn't feel right without her Mina, I mean..." Mina slowly squeezed Amy's hand.
"She'll be here, no matter how stubborn or hurt she is she wouldn't miss your wedding for the world."
"And if she does then I for one will never speak to her again." Both girls' heads shot up at the sound of Rei's voice, Mina immediately scowled clearly unimpressed with Rei's comment.
"You're not being fair Rei." Mina whispered, yet her pragmatic nature was no match for the fiery temper of the Martian princess.
"I'm not being fair? We were not the ones that betrayed her, but she's punishing us anyway. Amy has delayed her wedding for 8 months and she still feels guilty. She didn't even have the decency to let us know if she was dead or alive." What scared the other two girls was that Rei's words did not erupt into yells, they were whispered quietly but harshly in an attempt to mask a great deal of pain.
"Perhaps Mina is right, I'm sure she'll find someway to be here." Amy replied quietly putting on a brave smile. "Now let me show you your bridesmaids' dresses."
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Jadeite poured himself a glass of brandy before sitting down and returning his attention to Endymion. He could see the flicker of hesitation that passed through Endymion's eyes, he slowly promised himself that no matter what was revealed he would not cause the man any permanent damage. Endymion sat down opposite him, one leg crossed elegantly over the other.
"For years you believed that your brother was killed by an external agency, due to some unknown conspiratorial motives. Yet nothing could be further from the truth." Jadeite took a deep breath, once again remembering the promise he had made to himself moments ago, naturally his hold on his glass tightened.
"The truth is your brother had some very strong objections about the Queen's rule. He was foolish enough to voice the publicly in a small town where news circulated at a rapid rate. It was a time of great turbulence and the throne was threatened by numerous resistant movements. The Queen refused to take any risks yet even as a child she could sense that you would be important in the future. Thus Diamond was put in charge of the mission, it was he that killed your brother."
The glass shattered on the cold marble floor, Jadeite was on his feet within seconds, his face was devoid of any colour, his eyes burned with rage.
"Yet it is not all bad." Jadeite smirked and glared at Endymion sharply, but Endymion was not intimidated. "You did not kill Rei's brother." Jadeite simply stared at him, unable to speak.
"But, I remember it so clearly." He whispered, the words barely audible.
"He was a leader of the resistance, Diamond was the one that did the deed, the Queen simply implanted the memory in your mind in order to distract you with guilt and a desire for revenge." A large energy ball crashed into the wall millimetres across from Endymion's head.
"If I find you have been lying." Jadeite yelled, tears welding into his eyes. Jadeite closed his eyes, a part of him wanted to thank Endymion for finally revealing the truth, yet the words died on his lips, his loyalty to Serenity would not allow him to acknowledge the kindness that Endymion had shown him. "Why tell me, why now?" He asked, his voice hoarse.
"I know what its like to loose the one person that was destined for you, I would not wish that torment on the devil himself." Jadeite nodded slowly, and prayed for the hundredth time that Serenity would return. He then turned and made his way to the door. As he opened the door, he felt a surge of power go through him, his eyes widened with realisation. He glanced at Endymion to confirm that he had felt it too. Within an instant they were both running to the study, the other Knights hot on their trail.
The two men raced through the hallways, servants hurling themselves out of the way. Jadeite kicked to door of the study open as he glanced around with a hint of desperation at the gathered men.
"Was it her? Were you able to pinpoint a location?" He glanced around the room, Malachite was slumped in a chair his head buried in his hands. Nephrite was leaning against the bookshelves an expression of disgust on his face, while Damien and Zoicite were perched over a map. Zoicite turned to him slowly, his eyes dim with disappointment.
"No, the power surge possessed an extraordinary amount of energy, but not so much so that it would be indisputable that it was her, it may have been a powerful mage." Jadeite swore loudly, while Endymion ran a shaky hand through his raven hair.
"I will conduct another search in the nearby villages tomorrow." Jadeite declared.
"You will do no such thing." Malachite replied, his voice cold and dry with authority.
"Be careful Malachite, you are overstepping your bounds." Jadeite replied, his eyes narrowing.
"We need the troops for palace security, many searches have been conducted to no avail. I will not spare the cost nor the manpower at the risk of palace security." Malachite replied calmly, pointedly ignoring Jadeite's comment.
"She is our leader." Jadeite sneered, the two men were staring each other down.
"You know as well as I that she will not be found until she desires it." Malachite replied, trying hard to keep his temper under control, he did not appreciate Jadeite undermining his authority.
"Curse be he who abandons his kingdom to fulfil his own desires." Nephrite muttered the words as he stormed out of the room, his dark cape and long mane swirling behind him. Malachite rammed his fist into the table. He was growing exceedingly weary from his new responsibility. He glanced around the room, Damien had searched for Serenity for a full month before giving up, even now he would spend nights pouring over maps in hopes of discovering little known villages where she may have hidden in, thus large bags never left their place under his eyes. Zoicite's head was in his hands, he and Amy had delayed their wedding for months in hopes that Serenity would return. Malachite knew well how deeply it hurt his friend that the leader he admired so much would be absent from his wedding. Jadeite had been resentful to everyone and everything since Serenity's disappearance, yet everyone knew that his anger stemmed from guilt, for he believed it was his fault that he had been unable to prevent her departure. They had all been more than a little strained, quarrelling on the smallest issues, the tension breaking their previously invincible bond. He turned his eyes towards the ceiling and once again uttered a prayer to the faiths.
If Serenity did not return soon then the Promised Knights would be no more.
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Nephrite threw his cloak on the floor as he entered the training room, he quickly tied his hair up with a stray piece of string and began beating the punching bag. Beads of sweat began forming on his forehead and adrenaline cursed through his veins. He allowed the pain that was forming in his knuckles to distract him from the demons in his mind.
"So I see your only use is not playing the mystic." Nephrite's blood began to boil at the comment and threw a heated gaze at Lita, who was leaning against the door frame. She merely smirked and raised a brow in response to his anger.
"I am not in the mood for your foolish games." Nephrite sneered, as he slammed his fist into the punching bag. The force of the impact dislodged the bag from its place and it was thrown against the wall, sliding down slowly, battered but still in tact. A flash of fear passed through Lita's eyes; although she masked it quickly it was not soon enough to prevent Nephrite from detecting its presence.
"What is it that you're avoiding?" She asked simply, the ridicule that had previously drowned her words no longer present. Nephrite ran the back of his hand along his forehead to remove the sweet that had accumulated there, he picked up the punching back and adjusted it to fit its previous location. His actions clearly indicated that he was ignoring her. Lita rolled her eyes at his antics and walked closer so only a meter or so stood between them.
"It's Serenity isn't it?" His eyes flashed with anger at the mention of the name. Something inside him snapped, the resentment and anger filling his heart poured out on his tongue.
"Yes, if you must know, she left without a word not caring who she hurt or the responsibilities that she abandoned. She is a leader, she is meant to be strong and fearless and at the first test she runs blind. I only wish that Endymion had shipped her off to his brother." The minute the last words slipped out of his mouth he could feel a harsh sting playing itself across his cheek. He glanced up, Lita's eyes were burning with rage. He could feel his own anger burning in a reaction to her slapping him. Within a second he had grabbed Lita and pinned her against the wall, her hands above her head.
"Do not push me my little Amazon, I could tear you limb from limb if I wished." He whispered the words in her ear, his ragged breath hot on her skin. Most women would be shivering in fear, yet her expression held no trace of any such emotion.
"I do not fear you, Nephrite. You are a fool, Serenity's actions were justified considering your betrayal. You knew of Endymion and what he was and you still withheld it from her. Is that not also abandoning responsibility?" She sneered the words at him, glaring into her emerald eyes. In response he pressed his body further against hers, he wanted to break her, yet he had not anticipated that her soft curves would break him. He closed his eyes in an attempt to regain his composure.
"You know nothing, little girl." He replied, his tone clam and condescending.
"Try me." Lita sneered back. Finally Nephrite's anger and need overwhelmed him and perhaps for the first time his feelings won over his reason. His lips descended down on hers in a brutal kiss. Lita, while not quite innocent, was not experienced as such in the ways of the world. Her knees buckled slightly under the demand of Nephrite's tongue. Nephrite broke the kiss rather reluctantly (too reluctantly for his liking) and a smirk appeared on his features at the sight of her swollen lips and flushed cheeks.
"Do not push me again, Amazon, unless you are willing to face the consequences." He turned on his heel and made his way to the door, satisfied that he had left Lita dazed. His satisfaction was cut short by her words.
"Are you so sure that the consequences will be mine alone?" He chuckled at her words but did not turn back to see the look of determination in her eyes.
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Beryl slowly reclined in one of the dark mahogany chairs, she glanced around the room with a cynical glare. So this had been the room that Endymion and Serenity had shared. It was in utter disarray, dust had accumulated on the furniture, clothes were spread along the floor and bottles of empty liquor lined the walls. She slowly placed a cream envelope on the satin pillows of the large bed. A surprised gasp escaped from her somewhat over rouged lips as the doors to the chamber were thrown open. Endymion's eyes narrowed the instant his glance fell on her, yet she straightened her posture, exploiting the ample amount of skin that was revealed by the very low cut gown.
"Tell me what you want and then get out." The words were simple and uttered with indifference from Endymion, as he stalked to the other end of the room, his back towards her. Beryl slowly walked towards him and let her fingertips trace over his shoulders, his muscles tensed instantly under her touch.
"I want to take away the pain, we've always been close." Endymion snorted at her remark, knowing well that there was not a sincere bone in the woman's body. He turned around sharply, effectively pulling himself away from her touch. A smile formed itself on Beryl's lips, she had not intended in confronting Endymion directly, but was only too happy to take on the challenge.
"I'm in no mood for games Beryl." The impatience was only too clear in Endymion's tone. Beryl nodded her head slowly and flirtatiously gazed at him.
"I'm here on behalf of your brother." Endymion glared at her with an intensity that she feared would leave her as nothing more than a pile of ash. "He has allowed me to rule at his side..w-we w-wish for you to join us." Her words lacked their usual confident nature and even faltered as his gaze was too piercing for comfort.
"Get out." The words were not yelled but whispered with dangerous malice. Yet Beryl could not give up for the stakes were far too high. She smiled, as she formulated a plan, which she believed would guarantee her Endymion's support. She slowly undid the straps that held up her dress (if indeed such flimsy material could be termed a dress) and stood before him in all her naked glory.
"Do you still wish me to leave?" She asked, her tone dripping with sarcasm. A sinister smile formed on Endymion's lips as he walked towards her with the deadly intent of a panther. He pressed her against the wall, and ran a hand along her already moist thighs.
"It is clear that you desire me, Beryl." He whispered huskily, he pressed his body against hers, so she could feel every inch of him, his lack of arousal was only too clear. "As you can see, whores hold no pleasure for me." Beryl's features twisted in outrage, yet before she could speak he cut her off. "Get out." He uttered the words, as he threw her clothes towards her. Beryl grabbed her clothes and stormed out furiously.
Neither party was in the frame of mind to pay heed to a delicate cream envelope resting on the dark brown satin pillow.
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"What are you going to name him?" Luna asked gently as she played with my new son.
"Darien." I replied quietly, I wanted to give my son a unique name that did not have the pretentious associations of aristocracy. Luna smiled and continued playing with Darien, clearly indicating her approval at my choice of a name.
"I'm afraid I need to ask you a great favour, Luna." Luna gently laid Darien in his small wooden crib, and bestowed her full attention on me.
"Princess Amy's wedding is going to take place today." Luna cut me off as she replied that she would gladly watch Darien for the day. I hugged her, once again thanking the fates that they had brought her to me.
"How do you intend on infiltrating the palace?" For a moment I hesitated, I had never had difficulty entering the palace before, and I no longer had the privilege of using my powers. The mere thought of my now dormant powers caused them to spark to life and play along my fingertips. It was becoming a daily battle to prevent them from breaking out without my consent.
"I believe that I have an old maids uniform, and an ample supply of herbs that can be used to tint your hair as to improve the disguise." I glanced at her sharply, security in the palace was one aspect that I had overseen myself, if a maid retired or was relieved from her services her uniform was confiscated as to prevent infiltration to the palace.
"But how?" I asked curiously, my brows coming together in confusion.
"I worked at the palace for a very short time and left my duties right after your father died. During all the chaos no body was concerned about a maid's uniform." A smile began to form on my lips. There was much that I did not know about Luna, and I was well aware that she was more than a simple village healer. Yet I trusted her with my life, and Darien's. I knew that one day she would reveal the truth to me, and I could wait until the time arrived on its own.
I rode through the forest marvelling at its natural beauty. The sunlight flickered on the forest floor in spots as it struggled to make its way down through the thick canopy. As I saw the palace, I pulled my chestnut mare to a halt. For long moments I could do nothing but stare, I could sense the power of my Knights so strongly that it was almost overwhelming. Slowly I rode towards the palace, relishing in the sight of its majestic marble towers and golden domes.
"Your name please." A guard demanded, his stern eyes the only feature that was revealed under his heavy silver helmet and armour.
"I'm but a maid sire, her majesty Princess Rei of Mars sent me on an errand to fetch her some ribbons for the wedding." I could see the guard scrutinizing the uniform, and I could not but help feel pride, after all I had trained these men. He slowly nodded his head and allowed me to pass, the martin Princess was famous for her constant demands.
I walked into the palace ballroom, careful to keep my head low, my hair had been tinted a dull brown yet I was not willing to take any chances. The decorations were stunning, thousands of orchids and blue hydrangeas swirled around the marble columns like vine. Ribbons in various shades of aquamarine and turquoise were sprawled across the ceiling, daring the sky itself to produce a grander image. In the middle of the room stood Rei, her hair tied back in a loose ponytail as she instructed the servants as to how to arrange the chairs. I could not help but smile as the servants scurried around her, each afraid to induce her anger. I can not describe in words how I longed to embrace her, and apologise for ever leaving.
"You, come here." Rei chided as she glared at me. I slowly moved towards her careful to keep my head bent, for I knew if Rei gazed into my eyes she would know within an instant who I was.
"I do not recall you, look at me." Rei demanded as she narrowed her eyes. I cursed myself slowly, I had forgotten about the Rei's psychic abilities, I had attracted her attention for she could sense I was not as I appeared. I kept my head bent and pretended to shiver in fear. "I said look at me." Rei demanded, this time a little more forcefully.
"Rei." I closed my eyes and almost whimpered as I heard Jadeite's voice. Rei turned to face him, seeing the opportunity I quickly moved towards the safety of the shadows.
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Rei turned to face Jadeite and was about to scowl at him for his ill timing but the steely look in his eyes prevented her form doing so. She bit her lip, Jadeite's demeanour was usual very casual and playful, yet the man that was standing before was every inch a Promised Knight. Composed, authoritative and radiating power.
"Just a second." Rei whispered quietly, slightly worried about Jadeite. She turned back to face the maid that seemed more than a little queer. A frown appeared on her lips as she found the maid had seemingly vanished into thin air. She turned slowly, her dark hair flying behind her and allowed Jadeite to escorted her to a private chamber.
"Is everything alright?" She asked gently, her tone indicating that she was genuinely concerned. Jadeite moved to the other side of the room, a deep sigh escaped his lips as he ran his palms along his eyes.
"I have recently acquired some information that is of great importance to us both." He turned and witnessed as a sparkle of hope twinkled in Rei's eyes.
"Serenity?" Rei whispered the words so quietly that they were barely audible. Jadeite shook his head regretfully, he gently walked towards Rei, he placed on hand on her shoulder and used the other one to tilt her chin up so that she was facing him.
"Do I have permission to enter your mind." He asked softly. For long moments Rei was silent, stunned at the tenderness in Jadeite's eyes. She nodded her head slowly, truly intrigued as what could have caused such a drastic change. Slowly they were both immersed in his bronze coloured power. She could see Endymion, hear his words. He allowed her to live every minute of the conversation he had had with the Terran prince. He used his thumb to brush away a tear that had escaped from her long dark lashes. She flinched away harshly from his touch.
"This changes nothing between us." She sneered as she started storming towards the door. However he caught her wrist and pulled her towards him before she could make it. Rei could feel her heart beating rapidly as a result of being pressed so intimately pressed against him.
"Don't be a fool Rei." He whispered the words huskily as his lips crashed on hers. For a few moments she was overwhelmed by the passion and demand of the kiss, yet she was too stubborn for her own good and soon ended the heated moment. She slapped him so harshly that its thud resonated throughout the room.
"If you'll excuse me, I have wedding arrangements to see to." She whispered coldly as she turned on her heel and stalked out of the room.
This time Jadeite made no effort to retrieve her.
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The sight of Amy clad in her wedding gown almost reduced me to tears. I watched as the princesses were one by one walked down the aisle by my Knights. Even from my position far above the ballroom in the maid's quarters I could sense the tension between Rei and Jadeite. During the duration of the wedding Jadeite often glanced at Rei with what resembled a deep betrayal while she was doing all she could to avoid his gaze all together. In contrast Mina and Malachite seemed to have fallen for each other quite rapidly and often exchanged glances that no doubt had private meanings for the pair.
I could not help but smile as I watched Zoicite's various facial expressions. Before Amy had appeared beads of sweat had formed on his forehead, no enemy threat was able to unfaze him to the same extent that being a bridegroom did. However the minute Amy appeared, his expression changed to that of almost a boyish admiration, while a dark hue appeared on his features. He no doubt, had thoughts of the honeymoon on his mind.
It took almost the entire ceremony to gain the courage to seek Endymion in the crowd. I could feel my heart ache at the mere sight of him, he had not changed in the slightest. His eyes were gazing at the loving couple with a mixture of amusement and admiration. By some feat he seemed to sense that someone was studying him, he turned his head and seemed to gaze straight into my eyes. My blood seemed to turn into ice at his gaze, yet he soon returned his attention to the wedding progression.
In those moments I decided that I had an obligation to tell Endymion about Darien. Despite the anger that I sill felt towards him, I would not allow that to prevent my son having a father.
Of course, things are never that simple.
A few minutes before the end of the ceremony I made my way through the crowd towards what was to become Amy and Zoicite's joint chamber. I quietly took out a red rose and matching ribbon from within my pocket. I threaded the rose through the door handle. Then I gently removed two wooden chess pieces, one in the shape of a Queen and the other a king, both painted white. I tied each piece to an end of the ribbon and then allowed to fall from the stem of the rose.
With that I quickly made my way to what had been the room that Endymion and I had shared.
I opened the doors quietly, and my breath caught in my chest as I saw the state of the room. A gasp escaped my lips as my glance fell on the numerous empty whisky glances the room, while I glanced disapprovingly at the array of clothes on the floor. I could feel guilt overcoming my being as I considered that I could have been wrong about Endymion. Could it have been that he was truly sorry for his actions? I slowly fell to the bed, as I was overwhelmed by guilt.
The minute I allowed my body to take comfort in sinking in the dark brown silk that encompassed the bed, my hand brushed with something that felt quite strange. I sat up slowly and found a cream coloured envelope on the adjacent pillow. Endymion's name was written in beautiful letters on the back of the envelope. My curiosity gaining the better of me, I slowly opened the letter.
"Come to my chamber tonight, my love. So we can once again relish in the passion we have experienced so many times before."
Tears slowly ran down my cheeks as I read the contents of the letter, so he had not even waited a few short months before inviting another into his bed. I swore quietly and cursed myself a thousand times for being such a fool. I laughed at myself bitterly for ever believing that he could have actually been sorry for his actions, that he actually cared. I threw open the windows and climbed down the wall, and ran through the forest. I did not care in the slightest if anyone had witnessed my escape.
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Nothing could be heard over the joyous laughter of the Princess and Knights, as Zoicite carried his incredibly red bride towards their new chamber. However their laughter died as soon as they reached the chamber doors. Zoicite slowly placed Amy back on her feet and gently removed the chess pieces and rose from the door.
"Serenity." Amy cried, tears stinging in her eyes, it meant the world to her that her dearest friend was present during her wedding. The Knights exchanged stony glances, none believing that the one person they had spent months searching for had been right under their noses, and they had failed to notice. Jadeite quietly swore under his breath, while Nephrite shook his head in a disapproving manner.
Damien slowly glanced at Endymion to see that tears had started to form in his eyes. His jaw was pressed together tightly and he was trying desperately to control the emotions that were so obviously rolling through him. Damien placed a hand on his shoulder and gently squeezed it reassuringly.
"Let us not ruin the joyous mood by dwelling on accusations. Let us just be happy that Serenity was here to grant Amy what she desired and to make her special day truly perfect." Everyone silently agreed to Damien's statement. Each in turn made their final goodbyes to the newlyweds and returned to their own chambers.
Endymion stalked towards his room, yet as he drew closer he could feel his heart pounding against his chest. He could not help but hope against hope that she would be inside their room waiting for him, willing to give him another chance. He closed his eyes and gently opened the door. The minute he opened the door he was overwhelmed by her smell and her presence. He quickly glanced around the room, searching for Serenity. His brows knotted together as he felt a strong breeze rip against his features.
"Queer, I could have sworn I closed the window." He gently whispered his thoughts out loud. No more than a second later his gaze fell on an open envelope and a note that seemed to have been discarded on his bed. He grabbed the note and read the contents quickly. Anger cursed through his veins as he read the note over and over again before scrunching it up within his large hands. He let Beryl's note drop from his hands as he ran towards the window and gazed out desperately trying to find her figure.
Yet she was nowhere to be seen.
He closed his eyes, as he could no longer prevent the tears from staining his cheeks. She had been here, waiting for him, of that he had no doubt. Yet after seeing Beryl's letter she had assumed that he had taken a lover. He walked towards the balcony and grabbed the railings, he screamed at the fates demanding an answer for their cruel games. He yelled until he could yell no more.
"Come back to me Serenity, come back." He whispered telepathically as he channelled all his will power to get through to her.
Yet it was of no use, as Serenity had blocked her mind completely in fears that the Knights would try to contact her.
Endymion's call was whisked away as swiftly as the cold breeze.